23209-31100
DENSO 23209-31100 D-4S High Pressure Direct Fuel Injector Toyota Tacoma Highlander Sienna Lexus RX 350 3.5L V6 2GR-FKS 297500-0110
297500-0110, 23209-0P040, 23290-31100Slit-Nozzle Atomizing Direct Injection High-Pressure Solenoid-200 barVehicle & Engine Fitment
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| System Type | Toyota D-4S Dual Fuel Injection (Direct & Port) 200-bar System |
| Operating PressureCore Spec | |
| Spray Type | Laser-Drilled Dual-Slit and Multi-Hole Symmetrical Fan Pattern |
| Injector Hold-Down Bolt Torque | 10 N·m (89 in-lb) injector clamp retaining bolts📐 Torque & Angle Wizard → |
| Fuel Line Nut Torque | 30 N·m (22 lb-ft) high-pressure fuel pipe union joint bolt |
| Combustion Seal | High-Density Virgin PTFE Teflon Ring |
| Vibration Damper | Fluorocarbon (FKM) Resilient Bushing and Rail Seal |
| Manufacturer | Denso (Tier-1 OEM for Toyota Motor Corporation) |
| Denso Production Number | 297500-0110 |
Matched High-Pressure Fuel Pump (Fuel Circuit Assembly)
Operates on the same high-pressure rail circuit. When troubleshooting low rail pressure (DTC P0087), verify pump volumetric delivery before replacing injectors.
Installation Tips
- [
- {
- "step": 1,
- "title": "Depressurize Fuel System via Toyota Techstream or Fuel Relay",
- "instruction": "Depressurize high-pressure fuel rail using diagnostic scanner or by removing fuel pump relay. Disconnect negative battery ground cable."
- },
- {
- "step": 2,
- "title": "Intake Manifold & Surge Tank Removal",
- "instruction": "Remove upper aluminum intake surge tank plenum, vacuum lines, and throttle body wiring to access Bank 1 and Bank 2 high-pressure fuel rails."
- },
- {
- "step": 3,
- "title": "High-Pressure Delivery Pipe Removal",
- "instruction": "Unscrew high-pressure fuel feed pipe unions using backup wrenches on hex flats. Remove fuel rail bracket mounting bolts."
- },
- {
- "step": 4,
- "title": "Direct Injector Extraction & Cylinder Head Bore Prep",
- "instruction": "Remove injector hold-down clamps and pull direct injectors straight from head. Clean carbon deposits from injector well seats using brass tools."
- },
- {
- "step": 5,
- "title": "New Injector Installation & Torque Procedure",
- "instruction": "Install new Denso 23209-31100 injectors with new Teflon seals. Tighten hold-down clamp bolts evenly to 10 N·m (89 in-lb), and fuel pipe union bolts to 30 N·m (22 lb-ft)."
- }
- ]
Diagnostic Trouble Codes & Fault Protocols
Common diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) triggered when this common rail injector experiences wear, circuit faults, or calibration drift:
Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too Low
Excessive internal backleak from worn control valve seats drops common rail pressure below target under engine load.
Injector Circuit Malfunction / Open Circuit
Solenoid coil resistance drift (0.2-0.5 Ω) or piezo stack degradation triggers driver stage shutdown on affected cylinders.
Cylinder Misfire & Balancing Deviation
Carbon-clogged nozzle spray holes or missing IMA calibration causes uneven cylinder contribution. Recode ECM and verify washer seating.
Fuel Rail / System Pressure Too High
Spill line backpressure or stuck metering valve prevents rail depressurization, creating overpressure risks under load.
Technical Diagnostic & Service Protocols
Authoritative field procedures, diagnostic testing thresholds, and service SOPs for this assembly.